A 45-year-old Bengaluru businessman named Vaishak was discovered dead at the residence of actor, model, and former Bigg Boss Kannada contestant Krishi Thapanda. According to police, he had contacted the actor, a friend of his, and stated that he planned to end his life prior to the incident. Authorities have opened an investigation into the matter.
Businessman found dead in Krishi Thapanda’s home
According to news agency PTI, Vaishak was discovered dead at Krishi’s residence in RR Nagar (Rajarajeshwarinagar) on the night of June 24. Preliminary police investigations indicate that the businessman had been dealing with depression and was a regular visitor to her apartment. He was reportedly alone in Krishi’s flat when the incident occurred. Authorities have not recovered any suicide note or video message.
Police stated that Vaishak had called Krishi before the incident while she was in Nelamangala and reportedly told her he intended to end his life. The actor immediately informed his family, who hurried to his apartment, but by the time they arrived, Vaishak was already dead. His father subsequently lodged a complaint, and authorities have registered a case of unnatural death and launched an investigation. Police added that further inquiries are in progress to determine what led him to take such an extreme step.
Previous police case on Vaishak
According to The Hindu, Vaishak had previously come under police scrutiny earlier this year when he was arrested in connection with an alleged extortion and intimidation case, before being released on bail. A businessman, Aravind Reddy, reportedly received a threatening letter via a courier service demanding several crores of rupees and warning of severe repercussions. Based on Aravind’s complaint, a case was filed and Vaishak was subsequently taken into custody..
About Krishi Thapanda
Krishi made her Sandalwood debut with the 2016 film Akira. She later appeared in titles including Eradu Kanasu and Kannadakkaagi Ondannu Otti. In 2016, she also participated in Season 5 of Bigg Boss Kannada, hosted by Kichcha Sudeep. Most recently, she was seen in the 2025 film Gana, co-starring Prajwal Devaraj, Vedhika Kumar, and Yasha Shivakumar. Krishi has not yet issued a statement to the media regarding the incident.